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Subaru BRZ vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Toyota C-HR?

Subaru BRZ vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • only slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Toyota C-HR

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

BRZ

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota C-HR is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.5 L/100km.

C-HR

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru BRZ offers only slightly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

BRZ

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Toyota C-HR offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is a bit lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers substantially more boot space – 447 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota C-HR carries barely more – 425 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £29,100
C-HR

Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 66 km
Subaru BRZ
Toyota C-HR

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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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Subaru BRZ
Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
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Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Toyota
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